Different Capri Struts for a MK 1 escort

[James Jordan]

Could someone please explain the differences in the Capri struts that are considered an upgrade fro a MK1 escort? Pics will help.
I live in the US, and while some Capri's were imported. I don't know which would be the best upgrade for my 1300GT Mk1 escort
Thanks
James

[alladdin]

In general the Capri struts are same as escort rs.
They have replaceable inserts
Disc brakes with m16 calipers
Spring seat is about an inch lower so lowers car.


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[James Jordan]

Thanks for the reply, some more question that hopefully will help me avoid buying the wrong parts
If I were fitting Capri coilovers to a MK1 escort what other considerations do I need to think about.
I see several components on Gartrac site such as top caps, and alloy suspension mounts (with different sizes; standard and less and inch and adjustable lower spring seat, and different top mounts)

https://www.gartrac.com/shop/steerin...leg-parts.html

Thanks
James

[Colr6]

Generally there are three types of Capri strut. 1.6/2.0-2.8 and 3.0. 1.6/2.0 struts can easily be converted to coil overs and able to fit adjustable inserts. 2.8 struts will be bilstein identifiable by the thick shocker rod and a nut at bottom of tube. 3.0 struts don't even touch as the the parts for them are one offs nothing can be used off anything else.

[alladdin]

Not sure what your question is. If your buying new just tell them what you want it for.


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[Colr6]

Think there might be some confusion between std struts and what we call coil overs.

[James Jordan]

How suitable would these be for a MK1 escort? The came from a 1973 SCCA capri.
Any idea of value as is?
James

[James Jordan]

Bump

[alladdin]

Struts look possible correct
Top mount wrong
Spring poundage ?
Damper condition and settings ?
It's a -How long is a piece of string - type question


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[James Jordan]

Any one pictures of the 2.8i strut? and do they have vented rotors (discs) and what do the brake caliper's look like.
can they be bought new?
James

[alladdin]

Strut looks like normal Capri strut but
Rod is thicker as its a bilstein unit
There is a nut at bottom or threaded hole if damper missing
Probably rubber gaitor over rod
Vented discs as standard
Calipers are normal m16 with a spacer between the halves.


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